Rowan University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: ~78%
Average High School GPA: ~3.4 unweighted
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range (middle 50%): 1100–1310
ACT Range (middle 50%): 26–30
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: ~16,200
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition & Fees: ~$16,574/year
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees: $26,932/year
Room & Board: ~$14,390/year
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Glassboro, New Jersey — ~200‑acre campus
Setting: Suburban
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January avg ~32°F (0°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July avg ~78°F (26°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: ~45 inches
Nearest Major Airport: Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) — ~20 miles (~30 min)
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Social Media
Instagram: @rowanuniversity
Men’s Swim Team Instagram: @rowan_mswim
Women’s Swim Team Instagram: @rowanwswim
Twitter: @RowanUniversity
Facebook: Rowan University
LinkedIn: Rowan University
YouTube: Rowan University
TikTok: @rowanu
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University Athletics
NCAA Division III
Conference: New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC)
Nickname: Profs
Mascot: Whoo RU the Prof
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Tony Lisa Natatorium
Men’s Head Coach: Brad Bowser
Women’s Head Coach: Elise Fisher
Men’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Women’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #28
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #4 in New Jersey Athletic Conference
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #19
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #3 in New Jersey Athletic Conference
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U.S. News College Rankings
#171 in National Universities (tie)
#92 in Top Public Schools (tie)
#113 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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Forbes Top Colleges
#124 America's Best Midsize Employers 2025
#426 Top Colleges 2025
#204 In Public Colleges
#245 In Research Universities
#151 In The Northeast
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B
Academics: B
Diversity: A-
Athletics: C+
Professors: B+
Dorms: B-
Student Life: B+
Value: B
Campus: B-
Party Scene: A
Location: B
Campus Food: B
Safety: B-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #652 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: NR
Get Recruited!
Complete the university swimming and diving
recruiting questionnaire and email the coach.